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Posted by usersatch on June 11, 2009 at 1:24:39 am EDT

Hey All,

Posing a question for the group. I routinely camp in the Red River Gorge area. Several of my law enforcement friends (state and federal) strongly recommend that I carry a firearm with me for self defense reasons. In KY it is of particular concern due to the marijuana farmers (the 2d largest economy behind tobacco).

I am a former Army Ranger, so firearms safety and common-sense issues are not a concern for me or other hikers (i.e., I wouldn't shoot at the first noise I heard in the woods). The issue is whether the danger is perceived or real.

Has anyone ever had run-ins with "unseemly" people on the trail or in the wilderness? Please share your stories.

Thanks.

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